Velvet Furniture

For a regal fabric that’s been popular for centuries, velvet sure is having a renaissance. From European nobility in castle boudoirs to everyday living in our modern homes, velvet furniture has become a timeless decor staple. The softness of the textile, born of the signature short, dense pile of the silk, makes for luxuriously comfortable seating in nearly any room in your home. Instead of the classic rolled arm Chesterfield, decorate the living room with velvet sofas and chairs with tall, straight mid-century modern frames. Look for details such as button-tufting, an accent that highlights the sheen of the fabric. Velvet bar stools and office chairs add an unexpectedly upscale element to kitchens, dining rooms and home offices. With velvet furniture, don’t be afraid to be bold?when dyed, the textile displays vibrant depth of color. Dip your toe into jewel tones, off-whites and almost-blacks.